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Siri Will No Longer Default to a Female Voice From Now On

March 31, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Siri’s default female voice might be iconic, but it will also soon no longer be the default English language voice for Apple’s AI speech assistant. As reported by TechCrunch, Apple is changing things up in the latest beta version of iOS—requiring that users pick a voice for Siri, rather than giving them one as standard. […]

Future Siri Could Recognize How Far Away Your Voice Is

January 23, 2021Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Since Siri made its debut in 2011 with the iPhone 4s, your iPhone—and, subsequently, other Apple devices—has been able to recognize what you’re saying. But future devices, such as the HomePod smart speaker, may also be able to work out where you’re saying it, too. That’s according to a new patent application, spotted by Apple Insider. […]

How to Change Alexa’s Voice: Language, Accent, and Speed

December 14, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Whether you’re a regular user of Amazon’s Echo devices or have seen an Amazon Echo commercial, you’re probably familiar with the voice of Alexa, the intelligent assistant that speaks from every Echo device. However, maybe you think Alexa speaks too quickly or too quietly, or you don’t like the accent. Thankfully, you can customize Alexa’s […]

The No Voice Assistant: You Can Now Text Alexa | MakeUseOf

December 5, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Amazon has rolled out an update to the iOS Alexa app allowing users to send text messages to Alexa-equipped devices. The new feature, which is in public preview and only available to a select few US users, will likely roll out to all iOS users soon. Alexa Has Entered the Chat The new messaging service, […]

6 Cool Things You Can Do With Google Voice

February 25, 2020February 25, 2020Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

Google Voice revolutionizes the way we make phone calls—it allows you to combine your home, personal phone, and business phone into one device. You might not be able to replace your cellular device with Google Voice, but it’s still a reliable option when you don’t want to spend the money on an additional phone number. […]

Samuel L. Jackson Is the New Voice of Alexa

December 14, 2019December 14, 2019Rudy Deighton Delta MediaLeave a Comment

You can now have a conversation with Samuel L. Jackson through your Amazon Echo. This is thanks to Jackson being the first participant in Alexa’s Celebrity Voice Program. Once enabled, you’ll be able to ask Samuel L. all manner of different things. Unlock the “Mega List of 100+ Useful Amazon Alexa Commands” now! This will […]

Scientists Working On Smart Contacts Powered By Human Tears
August 26, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Who needs an external battery when you have good old-fashioned emotions? Scientists based out of Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have begun working on augmented reality (AR) contact lenses capable of displaying virtual information in the real world. But here’s the really interesting part: according to an official release from the university, these high-tech […]
Thief Simulator VR Adds Even More Stuff To Steal On Quest
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Return to a life of crime in this sizable DLC update. Developer 3R Games this week announced a new update for its popular VR game, Thief Simulator VR: Greenview Street, which introduces a brand new neighborhood over twice the size of Greenview Street. Available now on Meta Quest headsets, the Richie R. Street DLC takes […]
I Tried Axe Throwing In VR. Here’s How It Went
August 25, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Experience BATL Axe Throwing on Meta Quest headsets. ArcadeXR today announced its 2.0 update for Arcade Legends which introduces axe throwing to the game for the very first time. For those unfamiliar, Arcade Legends is a unique VR experience that allows you to build your own personal arcade. Here you can play 10 official arcade […]
This Virtual Rave Experience Lets You Party Like It’s The ’80s
August 24, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Better grab some glowsticks, you’re going to need them. The Geneva International Film Festival returns later this year and it’s bringing with it a one-of-a-kind virtual experience that takes you back in time to the very first rave parties where you can dance to the sounds of old-school acid house music. Produced by the immersive documentary […]
Watch The LA Valorant Finals From This VR E-Sports Arena
August 23, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Join your fellow Valorant fans for this one-of-a-kind virtual broadcast. Virtex Stadium, an online virtual event platform available for PC VR headsets, will be broadcasting the Valorant LA Champions finals live in VR this week, offering spectators the chance to immerse themselves in the virtual action like never before. Originally announced back in 2021, Virtex […]
’90s Classic The 7th Guest Returns As A VR Game This October
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
Explore a sprawling mansion inhabited by realistic ghosts in this immersive reimagining. Developer Vertigo Games, the team behind popular VR titles such as Arizona Sunshine and After the Fall, has just announced the release date for its latest game, The 7th Guest VR. Revealed during the Gamescom 2023 Opening Night Live Pre-Show, this spooky-looking experience […]
VRChat Mobile Is Now Available In Alpha On Android
August 22, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
An iOS version is also on the way according to the team. After long last, VRChat, the immensely popular VR social platform, is finally available in alpha on Android devices, allowing you to mix and mingle with other players online via a smartphone or tablet. That said, not everyone will have access to the app […]
This KFC VR Game Is Played Inside A Bucket Of Chicken
August 21, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The more points you earn the more IRL chicken you get. Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), the popular American fast food chain, has launched a VR game in Hong Kong, China that transported players to a KFC-inspired world where they could earn real-world fried chicken by completing virtual objectives. The “Bucketverse VR” experience immersed players in […]
You Can Now Play The Original Far Cry In VR With Motion Controls
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The 2004 classic looks better than ever in VR. Crytek’s first-person shooter Far Cry can now be played in VR with motion controls thanks to a third-party mod from German developer Holger Frydrych. You may remember Frydrych for his work on the popular Half-Life 2 VR Mod, which lets you experience Valve’s iconic action shooter […]
Toy Trains Lets You Build Your Dream Train Set In VR
August 18, 2023 by Former Writer (Kyle Melnick)
The “playful track-building” game is scheduled to arrive later this year. Developer Something Random this week announced Toy Trains, a new VR game coming soon to major VR platforms. Described as a “playful track-building VR game,” this nostalgia-inducing experience allows you to craft complex virtual railways and solve open-ended puzzles using your motion controllers. Each […]

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